The International College at Robert Gordon University (ICRGU) is a Navitas pathway college on RGU's Garthdee campus in Aberdeen. It runs foundation and first-year programmes that lead into RGU degrees in business, engineering, computing and health. It's a common route into RGU for students who need extra academic or English preparation.
Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Official website: icrgu.navitas.com
Robert Gordon University
Navitas
Garthdee campus, Aberdeen
£14,000 – £17,000
International students, foundation and pathway programmes
£10,000 – £12,500
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on icrgu.navitas.com before you apply.
International Foundation Year (Business)
FoundationDuration
12 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.0, TOEFL: 60
International Foundation Year (Engineering)
FoundationDuration
12 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.0, TOEFL: 60
International Year One (Computing)
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 64
Pre-Master's Programme
Pre-MastersDuration
6 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan, May
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 64
Classes on RGU's riverside campus.
Progression into RGU degrees.
Smaller classes with extra support.
Students continue into RGU bachelor's and Master's degrees.
RGU graduates can stay in the UK for two years on the Graduate visa.
Aberdeen's energy sector hires engineering graduates.
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
Rolling
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
Rolling
Undergrad
No UG intake
Postgrad
Rolling
The Garthdee campus sits by the River Dee, with a striking library and student housing nearby.
Aberdeen is a granite city on the North Sea with a beach and moderate rent.
CAS from Robert Gordon University
Proof of funds for fees and living costs
English test at B2 level or above
TB test certificate, if required
Immigration Health Surcharge payment
Valid passport with blank pages
ICRGU accepts applications on a rolling basis. Apply about three months before the start for the CAS and visa.
Foundation and first-year programmes start in September and January; the pre-Master's also in May.
You'll apply for a Student visa. Robert Gordon University gives you a CAS number once your offer is unconditional and the deposit is paid. You can then apply online up to six months before the course starts, with bank evidence and the Immigration Health Surcharge.
Foundation years in business and engineering, International Year One in computing and the pre-Master's are popular. Entry needs school or degree results and IELTS 5.0-5.5.
The college offers some pathway scholarships. Check the Navitas website.
